invites us to pray for issues that affect churches around the world. Almighty God, You are the God of all comfort, we pray for the survivors of violence and abuse. For those who suffer at the hands of others because of their gender. Be with them in their confusion and pain and strengthen them with your love. Lord turn the hearts of abusers and open their eyes to the truth of their conduct and the damage they do, bring them to repentance and change their behaviour. Amen

Perhaps you used to be involved in a group but are not now or have never been part of one. If you might like to meet with another(s) on the run up to Easter and ‘Share the Word’ – a. Ask Marion Murray or Nigel Barge for suggestions of folk to partner with b. Take a ‘Sharing the Word’ leaflet from the bookcase in the foyer.
Nigel Barge

This year Torrance Parish Church will be hosting the World Day of Prayer on Friday 3rd March 2017 at 1.30 pm. The service has been prepared by The Philippines and all are welcome. Tea/coffee will be served after the service.

The Brigaders are hosting a nearly new sale on Saturday 18th March to support our eco-congregation work and raise money for Tearfund. You could help us by: Donating (re-gifting and recycling) new or nearly new children’s and ladies’ clothes, jewellery, handbags, toiletries and household items. Donating new or nearly new soft toys. We will leave a bin in the foyer for donations. For more information speak to Tracy or Alison. Thank you – ‘Come along – Save the date!’

There will be a mobile post office visiting the village every Wednesday from approx 2.45pm until 3.45pm. Dependant on parking availability it will park outside the chemist on Main Street or possibly at the War Memorial.

Findlay Church, Glasgow on Saturday 4th March, 2017 10.00-4.00 pm
This is a one day away for teen girls and their leaders to think, dream, scheme, laugh, play and pray together. The event is open to girls in High School (S1-6) and youth leaders. Throughout the day we will have specially selected speakers to lead us in our thinking; activities to help us apply our learning; and opportunities that inspire us to take our faith and friendships further. For more details e: info@sanctuarygirls.org or call 01555 751 400.

Hazel had been self-employed for 20 years in the Garden Centre business when God called her to International Christian College and took her on an unexpected journey, which led to her becoming Chaplain at Glasgow Airport and then to Braehead. A day to remember for women just like you – bring a friend, or two, or more! Woodhill Evangelical Church, Bishopbriggs, Saturday 25th February 2017 10:00am for 10:30am until around 3:00pm. No need to book – just turn up and bring your own lunch! email: ladiesday@woodhillevangelical.co.uk for more information.

Perhaps you used to be involved in a group but are not now or have never been part of one. If you might like to meet with another(s) on the run up to Easter and ‘Share the Word’ –
a. Ask Marion Murray or Nigel Barge for suggestions of folk to partner with
b. Take a ‘Sharing the Word’ leaflet from the bookcase in the foyer. Nigel Barge